Barry Singleton

Have same issue on a 2016 Mk7 GTI with 70k miles. Martins Garage would not fit new thermostat without an assessment charge of 1hr @ £150. Total estimate is an additional 3hrs labour plus cost of parts: £366 for thermostat housing and £82 for water pump. Total cost will be approx. £1200. Decided to keep topping up as leak is very minor at the moment. From below a small 'hanging' drip can be seen below the thermostat housing. If it gets worse I will consider using a coolant sealant. Another thought is....Why do garages insist on changing the housing when it is the seal that leaks ?